TicketsFeb. 14, 2006
"The men's basketball coaching search at the University of Cincinnati has been and will continue to be my highest priority until we have solidified the selection of our next head coach. Countless hours have been spent reviewing the credentials of perspective coaches and speaking with experts in the industry and other leaders in the game of college basketball."
"Out of respect for potential candidates, including Andy Kennedy, who is a legitimate candidate, the search will continue to be handled in the strictest of confidence and I will be the only person at UC who speaks on this issue. President Zimpher has entrusted me to make this decision and this is a responsibility I take very seriously. I also want to say at this time there is absolutely no truth to any rumors that a new coach has already been identified, or that any potential deal has been struck."
"Every effort continues to be made to move the process along as expeditiously as possible while ensuring that UC gets the very best coach possible. Cincinnati has been one of the premier basketball programs in the country and it deserves nothing less than a very thorough and comprehensive search."